WNBA
After a physical game against Connecticut, the rookie said she appreciates tough competition in the WNBA.
Jon Greenberg104
The top-five finishers in the 2023 MVP voting were all named as members of the All-WNBA first team.
Ben Pickman3
MVP candidate Alyssa Thomas led Connecticut with 28 points while veteran DeWanna Bonner added 25.
Ben Pickman and The Athletic Staff9
Free agency might bust up the long WNBA pairing of Jones and Thomas, but they intend to continue playing together overseas.
Ben Pickman7
Jones, 29, averaged 14.6 points, 8.6 rebounds and 1.8 assists per game during the 2022 season with the Connecticut Sun.
Sabreena Merchant and Ben Pickman14
Cheyenne Parker returned to basketball months after having her baby ... and she hasn't stopped playing.
Ben Pickman2
By capturing another World Cup title, Team USA has automatically qualified for the 2024 Olympics in Paris.
Joe Vardon2